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The New Year is packed with exciting new projects for us….

We shall be kick starting the next instalment of our education programme at St.Teresa’s Primary School with drawing, printing, and sculpture based workshops.

Our next exhibition Toetap will preview on Friday 18th January. A collection of artworks based around the theme of dance will be shown in the gallery space alongside a programme of events and dance based workshops and lessons. (See below for details)

Plans are being made for an upcoming exhibition at Durham Art Gallery. This will be in conjunction with ‘My Giant Colouring Book’ by Jake and Dinos Chapman and an exhibition of new Polish art (more details of this to come).

January will also see the launch of our new poetry, performance, and storytelling evening ‘Stray Signals’. This promises to be an exciting and entertaining night where participants can perform, recite, or create original material within a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. (See below for details)

Toetap

Sat 19th January – Fri 22nd February

Preview Fri 18th January

Gluegroup present Toetap, an exhibition of artwork that has dance as its central theme. There will be a series of dance classes running alongside the exhibition, encompassing everything from tap to techno, belly to ballroom, flamenco to foxtrot…

We are currently looking for 2D artists, and are keen to receive proposals for painting, photography, print and written word – work to represent, document or simply express the joy many of us find in having a good old dance!

Proposal deadline: Sunday 13th January

For more information on proposals and how to apply, please email [email protected]

Stray Signals –

Performance, Poetry and Storytelling Newcastle
Tues 15th January 7pm

Venue: Gallery Glue 192a Heaton Road, Newcastle
Admission: £2 suggested donation

Gluegroup invite you to lend your support and good company for the first ever Stray Signals! It is hoped that this night of performance art, poetry and storytelling will become a regular monthly event. We are aiming to draw from the finest of the Northeast’s performers, whilst also remaining open to anyone just turning up, having a go, and enjoying the collective creativity. The focus will always be on fostering an atmosphere to create original material, have fun, and test things out.

If you are interested in performing at this or future Stray Signals events, or would like more information, please email [email protected]
You can also search for and join the Facebook group of the same name, where you can see new posts and updates.

Details of all Gluegroup ventures can be seen on our website

www.gluegroup.org.uk

Gg. Claire.x

‘Serious Playtime’ came and went in a whirlwind of activity providing an array of exciting artworks and performances.

Following their exhilarating multimedia performance on the opening night Paul and Ritchie Dixon led a daylong gun-making workshop. The gallery was overrun with sticks and branches, hand tools, power tools (for the few who cheated) and a variety of binding materials. Designs were chosen and building commenced. Materials and tools were promptly put into action and wood shavings started flying. Everyone who attended went home with the satisfaction of having created a beautifully handcrafted gun. The Dixon brothers hosted an inspiring workshop utilising basic natural materials, calm and experienced tuition a plenty, and ultimately providing a very enjoyable way to spend your Saturday afternoon.

Another example of the activity amongst this exhibition was the outdoor performance by Cai Nyahoe. Participants were invited to join Cai in a ‘simulated-simulated military drill and simulated-advanced combat techniques based on his extensive knowledge of war films and a cursory look at an army training manual.’

Images of ‘Serious Playtime’ artwork and events can be seen via our website. http://www.gluegroup.org.uk/

Gluegroup were also invited to take part in the Life Work Art conference organised by Newcastle University and hosted by Star & Shadow Cinema. We gave several talks to undergraduate students outlining our progression and experiences with setting up and running the gallery and followed this up in the evening with marvellous performances in conjunction with ‘Serious Playtime’.

In order to find time for mince pies and mulled wine we have had a break in programming over the Christmas period. We did however leave the Gallery with a magnificent giant Christmas card wall drawing, a collaboration between Laura Kirby and Steven Walker, alongside paintings by Arthur T. Sharpe’s tattoo artist Daniel Lake. This work can be seen till early January so pop by the Gallery to re-kindle the festive spirit.

Claire.